2ND ANNUAL
WINGS & WISHES BUTTERFLY GARDEN
THE GREATER WESTERLY-PAWCATUCK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE • NEWSLETTER JULY 2014
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GREATER WESTERLY-PAWCATUCK CHAMBER NEWSLETTER WINGS & WISHES BUTTERFLY GARDEN .............................................................. 3 SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES FOR BUTTERFLY GARDEN EVENT ..... 4
One Chamber Way Westerly, RI 02891 Phone: 401-596-7761 Fax: 401-596-2190 Email: info@westerlychamber.org Matthew Cunningham PRESIDENT Angela Thoman 1ST VICE PRESIDENT Bruce Morrow 2ND VICE PRESIDENT Michael Benevides TREASURER Michelle Collucci Pinto SECRETARY Richard Panciera PAST PRESIDENT
NEW MEMBER JOURNEY ............................................. 4 BIG SCREEN MOVIES ON THE BEACH ......................................... 5 RIVER GLOW........................................ 5 CHAMBER NEWS NEW BRANCH MANAGER.................. 6
LADIES NETWORKING LUNCHEON .... 6 ST. PIUS X SCHOOL KNITTING CLUB ..... 6 NEW MEMBER THE MOSQUITO AUTHORITY............. 6 CHAMBER ANNUAL DINNER ............. 7 NEW MEMBERS PHIL’S MAIN STREET GRILL ................ 8 CAMARO SIGNS .................................. 8 TRIXIE’S BAKERY & CAFE ................... 8 EnCORE FITNESS & WELLNESS ......... 8 MEXICALI FRESH MEX GRILL ............. 8
WINGS & WISHES BUTTERFLY GARDEN SEE PAGE 3
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Maria Gabrielle Allen • Chris Beck • Jen Brinton • Andrew Burris • Rosario Cacciatore • Jan Chamberlain • Susan Denice • Beth Frenette • Nick Fusaro • Bruce Morrow • Kevin Owren • Michelle Pinto • Stephanie Shawn • Angela Smith • Tony Spino • Bence Strickland • Diana James • Michael Lichtenstein • Tina Pagliusi • Heidi Panciera STAFF Lisa Konicki • Kirsten Petrizzo • Melissa England • Maria Di Maggio • Marilyn Lesniewski Buck Published by Sun Publishing Co. in partnership with the Greater Westerly-Pawcatuck Area Chamber of Commerce
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GREATER WESTERLY-PAWCATUCK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NEWSLETTER
2ND ANNUAL
WINGS&WISHES
BUTTERFLY GARDEN
SPONSORED BY L&M HOSPITAL AND CO-PRODUCED BY THE GREATER WESTERLY-PAWCATUCK AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND THE WESTERLY LIONS CLUB ders, and information about them. Learn On July 11, 12, and 13, 2014, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., to identify 6 butterfly species and learn over 700 exotic butterflies will be on exhibit for the public at the Wings & Wishes fascinating facts about them. Experts will help you grow plants for your own butterButterfly Garden at Pleasant Acres Nursfly garden. ery, 130 Franklin Street in Westerly. The event provides fabulous photo opportunities with these beautiful winged won-
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• Save the Bay exhibit, a local Beekeepers demonstration, local animal and wildlife rescue exhibits, facepainting, and refreshments. • Storytime with Madame Butterfly 4 times each day • Dennison Pequotsepos Nature Center - wildlife animals, owls, snakesJuly 11th & 12th from 2 - 4 p.m. • Children’s Workshop- planting station July 12th from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. • Biomes Marine Biology Center-marine animals will be displayed July 13th from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. • Mystic Aquarium-touch tank with marine animals July 13th from 2 - 4 p.m. Admission is $6 for adults and $3 for children BUTTERFLY RELEASE In separate but related activity, on Thursday, July 10th at 7p.m. a special “Butterfly Release” event will take place where those who sponsor a butterfly at $20 can hold one in their hands while it awakens, and then release it into the Butterfly Garden. The $20 sponsorship includes admission to this event with refreshments, and a ticket that allows a return visit at any point during the 3 day event. The Butterfly Release party is being dedicated in loving memory of Sara Serra, long time Chamber of Commerce volunteer that passed away this year. Anyone interested in volunteering for this event should contact Kait Samiagio at the Chamber at 401-596-7761. For more information on either event, visit Westerlychamber.org or call 401-596-7761.
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SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES WINGS & WISHES BUTTERFLY GARDEN SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES FRIDAY JULY 11
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. .............Interaction and photography with 700+ Butterflies-6 varieties! Butterfly photo station and butterfly sculpture floral exhibit, face-painting, butterfly tattoos, refreshments. Group discount for daycares, schools and camps. Contact Lisa Konicki for reservations.
1:30 - 2 p.m. .................Story time with Madame Butterfly 2 - 4 p.m. ................. Mystic Aquarium - small invertebrate touch tank sea stars, shellfish, lobster 3 - 3:30 p.m. ..................Story time with Madame Butterfly Wildlife Organizations, Local Pet Rescues and Save the Bay will also be present.
11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. .......Story time with Madame Butterfly 1:30 - 2 p.m. .................Story time with Madame Butterfly 2 - 4 p.m. ..............................Dennison Pequotsepos Nature Center-frogs, turtles, snakes, and owls 3 - 3:30 p.m. ..................Story time with Madame Butterfly
SATURDAY JULY 12
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. .............Interaction and photography with 700+ Butterflies-6 varieties! Butterfly photo station and butterfly sculpture floral exhibit, face-painting, butterfly tattoos, refreshments. Group discount for daycares, schools and camps. Contact Lisa Konicki for reservations. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. ................... Planting Station sponsored by The Children’s Workshop. They’ll provide containers, seed, soil, and water, and plant a seed with the kids that they can take home and put in their own garden. 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. .................Don Joslin, Rhode Island Beekeepers Association 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. ........Story time with Madame Butterfly Noon - 12:30 p.m. ........................Don Joslin, Rhode Island Beekeepers Association 1:30 - 2 p.m. ..................Story time with Madame Butterfly 2:00 - 2:30 p.m. ........................Donna Brown, Rhode Island Beekeepers Association 3:30 - 4 p.m. .............................Donna Brown, Rhode Island Beekeepers Association 2 - 4 p.m. ..............................Dennison Pequotsepos Nature Center-frogs, turtles, snakes, and owls 3 - 3:30 p.m. ..................Story time with Madame Butterfly
SUNDAY JULY 13
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. .............Interaction and photography with 700+ Butterflies-6 varieties! Butterfly photo station and butterfly sculpture floral exhibit, face-painting, butterfly tattoos, refreshments. Group discount for daycares, schools and camps. Contact Lisa Konicki for reservations. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. ................. Biomes Marine Biology Center marine animals will be displayed 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. ........Story time with Madame Butterfly
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FREE ADMISSION & FREE PARKING In case of inclement weather, cancelation decisions will be made by 6:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and will be posted on our Facebook page, website and events voicemail.
2014 SUMMER MOVIE SCHEDULE
SATURDAY, AUGUST 9, 2014 RAIN DATE OF SUNDAY, AUGUST 10TH
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If you are interested in becoming a Sponsor, Food Vendor or providing Entertainment for River Glow, contact Maria Di Maggio - Events Manager at 401-596-7761 or events@westerlychamber.org
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CHAMBER NEWS • NEW MEMBERS • EVENTS THE MOSQUITO AUTHORITY
LADIES NETWORKING LUNCHEON Ladies Networking Luncheon July 25. Bridge Restaurant, 37 Main Street, Westerly at 12:00-1:00. Guest speaker will be from the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center. $20 a person. Choice of the following 4 entrees, all served with house chips and a pickle, non alcoholic beverage included.
NEW BRANCH MANAGER FOR PAWCATUCK BRANCH Rheo Brouillard, President & CEO at Savings Institute Bank & Trust announced the news that Cheryl Bishop has been hired to be the Vice President and Branch Manager at the Pawcatuck, CT location.
For more information on how to join the Greater Westerly-Pawcatuck Area Chamber of Commerce visit www.westerlychamber.org, call 401-596-7761 or come on in to One Chamber Way, Westerly, RI 02891
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ST. PIUS X SCHOOL KNITTING CLUB Members of the St. Pius X School in Westerly’s after-school “Knitting Club” recently donated a hand-knit patchwork blanket to the Pregnancy Center of Westerly located at Immaculate Conception Church. The students offered their completed blanket at Mass on Ascension Thursday. Each student was required to complete at least one “patch” of the blanket with the assistance of members of the Legion of Mary.
Pictured left are students Olivia Lund, Sophia Spano, Alexandra Gencarelli, Jessica Mastrandrea, and Lainey Corina, along with Legion of Mary members, Madeleine DePerry, Sue Corbett and Kay Dudley.
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CHAMBER ANNUAL DINNER CHAMBER ANNUAL DINNER AND CITIZEN OF THE YEAR AWARD The Chamber proudly hosted the 57th Annual Membership Banquet at Venice Restaurant on June 10. It featured a spirited live auction, and silent auction Chaired by Angela Smith, a report of The Chamber’s annual Program of Work by Executive Director Lisa Konicki, and recognition of board members completing their service.
The highlight of the dinner, emceed by the capable and loyal Michael Rauh of Chelsea Groton Bank, was the awards ceremony. Rudi Hauser Jr, a veteran of 9 years on the Board was lauded for his incredible commitment to helping The Chamber achieve its mission. Rudi Hauser Jr is an incredible asset to our chamber organization. He is a savvy businessman who has been instrumental to the strategic planning and financial planning for both The Chamber and the Chamber Foundation. He is a fair, open minded leader, able to appreciate all the sides of an issue. But Rudi is not just a
Rudi Hauser Jr., Key Award Recipient
proven leader in the Board room. He is ever-ready, hands on, and all-in for every Chamber event. He instills community services in his 4 children by bringing them along to help. Rudi has chaired the Duck Race for several years, which entails everything from securing donations, dealing with the Navy, maintaining our boat, setting up oil booms and retrieving 20,000 ducks from the Pawcatuck river. He dedicates an entire weekend to helping artists unload and then pack up at the Virtu Art Festival. He donates all the candy for the annual Easter egg hunt. He helped us paint the building and design our giant light panels for Electric Eve. He is always there for us and we are so grateful for everything he’s done. The Chamber bestowed the Citizen of the Year Award to Nick Stahl of Westerly Hospital Foundation. Nick has been an invaluable leader at the hospital and is credited with his skills growing the Foundation, enhancing the hospital’s image in the community, and acting as a stabilizing figure during the hospital’s transition into the Lawrence & Memorial system of care. Nick has dedicated more than 20 years volunteering for numerous community organizations including the Westerly Land Trust, Westerly Lions Club, Chamber of Commerce, as well as others. Nick was described as “universally liked” and a person who is caring, compassionate, generous and reliable. To watch the 9 minute video testimonial about this fine man, please see The Chamber’s Facebook page where it was recently posted.
Lisa Konicki with Matthew Cunningham the newly elected Chamber President
Congratulations to both men!
Right, Richard Paciera and Nick Stahl are this year’s Citizens of the Year Recipients
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The Chamber is losing some of its most valuable board members, such as Deb Turrisi, Barbara Cardiff, and Rudi Hauser, all of whom have served with distinction for 6 years or more, have chaired numerous events and served in leadership roles. We are also regrettably losing attorney Michael Lynch whose term expires as well. On a positive note, we are delighted to welcome newly elected Board members Diane James of Hi-Tech Molds, Michael Lichtenstein of Wood River Health Services, Tina Pagliusi of TLC Boutique and Heidi Panciera of Berkshire-Hathaway Home Service.
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Several years ago, the seating was expanded to the ROOF of an adjoining building and to an upstairs LOFT dining room. The hours were extended to include dinner and late night. It was a novel idea to build a bridge from the main PHIL’S diner to the roof top next door. It was pure genius to add an outside bar and outside seating overlooking downtown Main Street in the village of historic Wakefield. Then, hire a top notch chef like Vedran Sudar. His experiences in LA and New York, bring a brand new and very satisfying flavor that creates an exceptional dinner menu. His inspirations are the BEST in South County.
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At Mexicali Fresh Mex Grill, you can expect traditional Mexican hospitality with a colorful and family friendly atmosphere, and homemade dishes at low prices. Munch on fresh-made chips and salsa as you peruse Mexicali’s menu with over 70 authentic Mexican dishes, prepared from family recipes, including an authentic Kids’ Menu. Mexicali also boasts homemade margaritas and other specialty cocktails, as well as a variety of non-alcoholic beverages. The restaurant offers plenty of space for large groups, as well as more intimate settings and a full bar with HD TVs for entertainment. TRIXIE’S LLC D/B/A TRIXIE’S BAKERY & CAFE Contact: Angela Guerriero 105 Franklin St Westerly, RI 02891 401-596-5385 A fabulous new bakery offering a wide variety of fresh baked goods.
Mexicali Fresh Mex Grill is open 7 days a week, from 11am to 10pm Sunday through Thursday, and until 11pm on Fridays and Saturdays, and offers both dine-in and takeout options. No reservations needed, just call ahead! To preview our menu online, go to www.MexicalisFreshMex.com, or find them on Facebook at www.Facebook. com/MexicalisFreshMex.
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